Tòkunbò

Tòkunbò

Year: 2024

Runtime: 1 h 52 m

Director: Ramsey Nouah

Echo Score: 83

A former car smuggler finds himself in a dangerous situation when he's tasked with delivering a government official's daughter to her captor within a three-hour deadline. He must navigate perilous circumstances while protecting his own family from potential harm in this high-stakes game of cat and mouse.

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1

Awaiting a Child

Tòkunbò and his wife, Lisa, are eagerly awaiting the birth of their child. This period is filled with anticipation, but also uncertainty as Tòkunbò is involved in illegal activities to provide for his family.

2

Life of Crime

Tòkunbò delivers illegal cars to a notorious gangster named Gaza. This dangerous lifestyle exposes him to violence and moral dilemmas as he witnesses the brutal nature of his employer, Gaza.

3

Turning Point

After seeing Gaza's violent actions, Tòkunbò makes a life-altering decision to leave his life of crime behind. He determines to focus on his family and the impending birth of his son.

4

Becoming a Cab Driver

Eighteen months later, Tòkunbò has transitioned to working as a cab driver. He works hard to support his family but faces the harsh realities of their financial struggles.

5

Medical Crisis

Tòkunbò's son, Chris, requires urgent medical treatment for a heart transplant. Tòkunbò feels immense pressure as his meager earnings are not enough to cover the costs associated with Chris's health.

6

Seeking Help

Desperate to provide for his son's medical needs, Tòkunbò approaches Gaza for financial assistance. However, Gaza outright refuses to help him, pushing Tòkunbò deeper into a financial crisis.

7

Finding the Cell Phone

While driving his cab, Tòkunbò discovers a cell phone left behind by a transporter involved in illegal deliveries. This moment presents him with an unexpected opportunity to change his circumstances.

8

Assuming a New Identity

Tòkunbò decides to take advantage of the situation by assuming the identity of the transporter. This new path offers him a chance at earning substantial amounts of money through illegal deliveries.

9

Transportation Task

Tòkunbò is tasked with transporting a young girl named Nike to the Sèmè Border. As he embarks on this new journey, he initially feels confident but soon realizes the seriousness of the situation.

Sèmè Border
10

The Revelation

It is revealed that Nike is actually the daughter of Central Bank Governor Folashade. This startling information escalates the situation drastically, bringing high stakes and tension into Tòkunbò's life.

11

Full-Scale Operation

Upon realizing her daughter has been abducted, Folashade launches a full-scale operation to rescue Nike. Tòkunbò finds himself at the center of a dangerous situation that could have devastating consequences.

12

Facing Consequences

As the situation grows more complicated, Tòkunbò must confront the repercussions of his choices. The pressures mount, and he realizes that escaping the life of crime may be more challenging than he anticipated.

13

Desperate Decisions

With Chris's health on the line and threats surrounding him, Tòkunbò faces desperate decisions. His past actions and relationships intertwine as he fights for his family's future amidst chaos.

Last Updated: December 03, 2024 at 14:27

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